I had fillers done twice in the past and while the first time (in my 20s) lasted for few months, the second time few years ago lasted only 2-3 weeks. I did like the look but it was so short lived that I can't remember anymore. Now that I am approaching my 40s I am looking for a permanent solution and I want to figure out if lip lift is better than implants for me, since I think I have a long upper lip, when I have my mouth open, I don't see my teeth. What would be better?
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Hi there,
This is a good question. The reason you're not finding much on the V-to-Y procedure is that this procedure is rarely done anymore. Most surgeons who see and do a fair amount of lip lifts prefer the subnasal technique because I believe it yields a superior aesthetic result with...
First of all, thank you for your pictures. You are correct in assessing that you should dissolve the fillers prior to your lip lift, and I'm sure your doc will be able to tell you when to start that process for maximum benefit. I find that the longer filler has been in an area, the less pr...
If you do not want the volume of your lips to increase then I recommend a lip lift. The length of your upper lip occupied by the non-cutaneous lip should be 25%; from your photographs you appear to be near 15%. If performed correctly a lip lift will enhance the aesthetics of your upper lip...
